Writing and sending out invitations is one of the important stages in the preparation and conduct of any social event. The literary style is determined by the formality and content of the invitation (incentive to participate). As a label speech genre, an invitation has its own structure. But in view of the brevity of this genre, it is extremely simple.
Instruction manual
1
Choose the best treatment. It should correspond to the image of the addressee and the level of your communication with him. Currently, the Russian language uses the appeals "gentleman" (abbreviated as Mr.), "madam" (madam), and "gentlemen". Official wording: "Dear Mr.
."always accompanies the surname. You can apply by name and patronymic, then the form" master "is omitted. For example:" Dear Pyotr Semenovich."
2
Formulate the main phrase (or text) of the official invitation. Here you must indicate who invites, why and where. The wording should be strict, literary, grammatically and spelling correct. Usually, complex sentences with participatory forms are formulated, the full and official name of the institution and organizers is used. For example: "Siberian State Industrial University invites
". The invitation uses speech cliches:
• we invite you (you) to / take part in
• we have the honor to invite you
.• we are sending you an invitation to
• allow / allow me to invite you to
• We are pleased to invite you
3
Indicate further what event is planned, for what purpose or what is dedicated. For instance:"
take part in the presentation of the results of the development of the master plan for reconstruction
", " … for a banquet / occasion
","
to celebrations
". Indicate where, when and at what time the event will take place. This information can also be given in a separate proposal, if the previous one was very large.
4
Write, if required, where invitation cards are received or purchased. And also, if it’s important, put a request to confirm acceptance of the invitation or participation. Use the phrase "Please confirm your consent / participation / your arrival
."and indicate in what way the invitee is better to do this - by letter, by fax or by phone. End the invitation with the standard wording" Regards
", indicate your last name, first name and, possibly, position.
